Rahul Sangma Dominates Bangalore Open FIDE Rated Rapid Tournament with CircleChess

Rahul Sangma Dominates CircleChess Tournament with Unbeaten Score

In a recent CircleChess tournament held at the Global Divinity Mall in Bengaluru, IM Rahul Sangma emerged as the clear winner with an unbeaten score of 8.5/9. The tournament, organized by the innovative tech startup CircleChess, saw a total of 606 players, including a GM and 5 IMs, participating from all over the country and even from the USA.

IM Rahul Sangma’s impressive performance included a draw with India’s latest GM P Shyam Nikhil and a gain of 17.6 Elo rating points. The runner-up was IM Harikrishnan A Ra with a score of 8/9, followed by FM Kunal M as the second runner-up with the same score.

CircleChess, founded in January 2024, aims to revolutionize the chess ecosystem through advanced technology. Their offerings include tournament discovery, automated pairing notifications on WhatsApp, registration, and thorough tournament management. The team members, consisting of tech experts, passionate chess enthusiasts, and parents of chess players, bring a unique blend of skills and dedication to create a platform tailored specifically for the chess community.

The tournament was not just about the games but also about engaging activities for parents, a Q&A session with GM Vishnu Prasanna, DGT board setups, and special prizes for unique categories. The venue at the mall provided a comfortable and accessible location for all participants and parents.

Feedback from parents was overwhelmingly positive, with many appreciating the seamless organization and engaging activities that kept them occupied throughout the event. CircleChess’s innovative approach to tournament organization set new standards and left a lasting impression on all participants.

After the successful tournament, CircleChess is now gearing up for a big launch of a learning platform that will provide resources and tools to enhance skills for players of all levels. The platform will include personalized AI-powered chess tools, personalized trainers, and constant progress tracking.

Overall, IM Rahul Sangma’s dominant performance at the CircleChess tournament, coupled with the innovative approach of the startup, marks a significant milestone in the chess community. With a focus on technology and community engagement, CircleChess is set to make a lasting impact on the world of chess.